Lrd Dewey ST over Eau Claire River
PoorPosted for loadEau Claire County, Wisconsin · 0.1M E JCT Ush B12 · Structure no. B18009300000000
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1979
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 217 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,400
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lrd Dewey ST over Eau Claire River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Lrd Dewey ST over Eau Claire River in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 94 years old, older than the Wisconsin average of 40.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,400 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,856 by 2043. The structure is 217 ft (66 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Superstructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Lrd Dewey ST over Eau Claire River built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.
What condition is Lrd Dewey ST over Eau Claire River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does Lrd Dewey ST over Eau Claire River carry?
About 1,400 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Lrd Dewey ST over Eau Claire River?
The structure is 217 ft (66 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.6 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns Lrd Dewey ST over Eau Claire River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.